Custodian

Municipal Building Commission (MBC) serves as the steward for the historic Minneapolis City Hall and Hennepin County Courthouse (also referred to as the Municipal Building) since 1904. The MBC was created by Minnesota Statutes as an independent board for the exclusive care of the building.

About the role

This position performs routine cleaning duties in the Minneapolis City Hall Building and Adult Detention Center (ADC). Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM. An additional $1.00 per hour is paid when working in the ADC.

Responsibilities

• Empty trash, recycling, and organic waste containers from assigned areas.
• Clean and disinfect toilets, urinals, sinks, showers, and drinking fountains in assigned areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum offices, conference rooms, hallways, stairs, and elevators in assigned areas.
• Clean glass, doors, and walls as well as dust surfaces in assigned areas.
• Restock paper goods in kitchens and bathrooms.
• Use assigned departmental equipment such as auto scrubbers, buffers, and carpet spotters.
• Perform other duties as assigned or delegated.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year’s job experience performing some or all of the listed duties.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning procedures and practices.
• Ability to perform all physical, mental, and environmental job functions, including bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, and walking.
• Ability to understand spoken English and communicate effectively with the public and building occupants.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, reach, kneel, crawl, squat, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Qualifications

• Appropriate safety procedures when cleaning.
• Knowledge of procedures, practices, materials, and equipment used in facility care and maintenance.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment used in routine maintenance.
• Ability to use equipment and personal protective equipment in a proper and safe manner.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Generous paid time off.
• Health and dental insurance.
• HRA/VEBA spending account.
• Pension plan.
• Deferred compensation.

The MBC promotes a supportive work environment through employee-developed core values: Integrity, Communication, Respect, and Teamwork.

Additional Information

• Minneapolis Police Department and Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office background checks are required and must be maintained.
• After a conditional job offer, candidates must pass a medical examination including physical screening and drug/alcohol testing.
• This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the MBC and AFSCME.
• A six-month probationary period is required.